2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 465 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo. 2008 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mondeo | Antara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |